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Singapore looks to accelerate AI development with investment in compute and talent

β€” February 20th 2024 at 09:26
The country will invest heavily in AI during the next five years, with some of this cash aimed at securing access to advanced chips.
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Do you need antivirus on Linux?

β€” February 19th 2024 at 19:42
If you've been a Windows user for years, then you are well aware of the need for antivirus software. It's a given. But does the same hold true for the open-source operating system?
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Wyze camera breach let 13,000 strangers look into other people's homes

β€” February 19th 2024 at 19:32
The security lapse leaves customers feeling 'disgusted and violated' as the company takes these steps to avoid a recurrence.
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Tech giants promise to combat fraudulent AI content in mega elections year

β€” February 19th 2024 at 15:41
Tech companies like Google, Meta, and OpenAI have signed an accord to filter through deceptive AI-generated content in 2024, a year with more elections than any other in history.
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Australia raps telcos for sending through bulk SMS that contain scam messages

β€” February 19th 2024 at 10:17
Five telcos have been called out for breaching the country's anti-scam and public safety rules.
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GitHub: AI helps developers write safer code, but you need to get the basics right

β€” February 16th 2024 at 09:21
Don't dabble with AI-assisted development until you've got firm foundations in place.
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Rely on Authy desktop apps? You have one month to switch your 2FA, or else

β€” February 15th 2024 at 17:15
Desktop versions of Twilio's two-factor authenticator apps are going away in just one month. Mac, Windows, and Linux users have different options.
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DuckDuckGo's encrypted syncing brings private browsing to all your devices

β€” February 14th 2024 at 20:04
DuckDuckGo users now can sync their browser bookmarks and passwords securely across multiple devices – all without an account.
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Don't tell your AI anything personal, Google warns in new Gemini privacy notice

β€” February 13th 2024 at 17:50
AI apps like Gemini come with a risk, which Google's new privacy warning illustrates perfectly. Here's the information Google is collecting.
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5 reasons why I use Firefox when I need the most secure web browser

β€” February 12th 2024 at 21:29
Thinking of making the switch to Firefox? Here are five big security reasons why you should.
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β€” February 12th 2024 at 18:50
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I tested iOS 17.3.1: What's inside, who needs it, and how it affected my iPhone

β€” February 12th 2024 at 15:48
Should you install the latest iOS update? Here's what to know first.
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This botched migration shows why you need to deal with legacy tech

β€” February 12th 2024 at 09:28
Organizations that don't put enough thought into their migration plan can create big legacy problems for themselves and customers.
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Shim vulnerability exposes most Linux systems to attack

β€” February 9th 2024 at 21:06
This low-level software is the glue that enables Linux to run on Secure Boot PCs, and it has a nasty problem.
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The Linux Foundation and its partners are working on cryptography for the post-quantum world

β€” February 8th 2024 at 21:46
Quantum computing is very much a mixed blessing.
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Google will block Android users from installing 'unsafe' apps in fraud protection test

β€” February 7th 2024 at 22:00
Singapore becomes the first nation to trial a fraud protection feature aimed at combating the growing scam problem.
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Ransomware leak site reports rose by 49% in 2023, but there is good news

β€” February 7th 2024 at 15:49
2023 was a booming year for ransomware groups, thanks to a particular type of vulnerability.
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Cybersecurity burnout hits APAC firms, with lack of resources the key challenge

β€” February 7th 2024 at 08:33
Almost all cybersecurity professionals in the region are experiencing adverse effects from burnout, including lost productivity and breaches.
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Google is making sharing passwords with your family members a lot easier

β€” February 6th 2024 at 21:29
This new feature was rolled out as part of Google's Safer Internet Day, which is the company's attempt to help kids build safe, healthy relationships with technology.
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3 million smart toothbrushes were not used in a DDoS attack after all, but it could happen

β€” February 8th 2024 at 00:46
[UPDATED] What's next, malware-infected dental floss? But seriously: It's a reminder that even the smallest smart home devices can be a threat. Here's how to protect yourself.
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Singapore removes personal data collected for COVID-19 contact tracing

β€” February 6th 2024 at 09:00
All data collected by Singapore's contact-tracing systems has been deleted, apart from one exception.
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7 hacking tools that look harmless but can do real damage

β€” January 30th 2024 at 22:49
Watch out: Some of the most effective and dangerous hacking tools are hard to tell apart from benign devices. They can even be cute.
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How to manage Fedora's firewall without using the command line

β€” January 30th 2024 at 15:10
If you're considering a migration to Linux and the Fedora distribution, then you'll want to know how to install and use the firewall GUI. Don't worry. It's not as hard as it looks.
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Apple's new Stolen Device Protection has a big vulnerability. Here's how to fix it

β€” January 29th 2024 at 18:55
Stolen Device Protection in iOS 17.3 is meant to add an extra layer of security for your iPhone, but there's one feature you may want to turn off.
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Update your iPhone and turn on Stolen Device Protection ASAP. Here's why

β€” January 22nd 2024 at 21:33
Apple just released iOS 17.3 with an important new security feature.
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What Google Chrome's incognito mode really does (and doesn't do) for you

β€” January 22nd 2024 at 19:23
Don't be fooled. You're not actually incognito when using incognito mode.
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How to create a passkey for your Google account (and why you should)

β€” January 25th 2024 at 16:07
The old process of verifying your Google account login has been deprecated in favor of a new, more secure method. Here's what it is and how you use it.
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Do you love or fear your smart home devices? For most Americans, it's both

β€” January 18th 2024 at 17:22
People like the conveniences that come with their TVs, Echos, and other smart home gadgets. But some fear intrusion by hackers and advertisers, a new survey reveals.
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What is a TPM, and why does your PC need one?

β€” January 18th 2024 at 15:45
Windows 11 requires a Trusted Platform Module. Here's why.
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How to lock a file or folder in MacOS Finder - to save you from yourself

β€” January 18th 2024 at 14:42
This MacOS feature protects you from a disaster of your own making.
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Singapore seeks expanded governance framework for generative AI

β€” January 16th 2024 at 19:54
Looking to balance user security with innovation, Singapore wants feedback on proposed updated to the country's existing artificial intelligence governance framework.
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Baidu denies any ties to reported Chinese military training on its GenAI chatbot

β€” January 16th 2024 at 17:23
Scientists say they're training a military system based on Baidu's Ernie Bot. The Chinese tech giant refutes having any links to such research.
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Australia slams Twitter (now X) for 80% cut in trust and safety engineers

β€” January 12th 2024 at 20:25
Australia's eSafety Commissioner charges the social platform with an increasing failure to police online hate.
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Stay protected online with the ESET NOD32 2024 antivirus software for $25

β€” January 12th 2024 at 15:05
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The future may be passwordless, but it's not here yet

β€” January 12th 2024 at 14:04
The security industry is on a mad dash to ditch passwords and replace them with phishing-resistant options based on biometrics. Maybe it's worth sitting back and watching for a while.
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Singapore's guidelines to bolster mobile app security are optional - for now

β€” January 11th 2024 at 19:41
The recommended standard offers a common benchmark for app developers on the necessary security controls and best practices to better safeguard users against common malware and phishing attacks.
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This is why AI-powered misinformation is the top global risk

β€” January 11th 2024 at 15:55
Three billion citizens will head to the polls during the next two years. These people must be protected from AI-generated misinformation and disinformation.
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Singapore keeping its eye on data centers and data models as AI adoption grows

β€” January 10th 2024 at 16:49
Amid the growing adoption of artificial intelligence, Singapore is taking these steps to ensure its data centers are energy efficient and government data used to train models are adequately secured.
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Automation driving AI adoption, but lack of right skillsets slowing down returns

β€” January 10th 2024 at 16:00
Most businesses are using artificial intelligence to automate their IT processes and to detect potential security threats, but the lack of relevant AI skillsets is hindering them from enjoying the benefits.
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Hey Google: If AI is replacing Google Assistant, I have two questions

β€” January 9th 2024 at 18:26
A Bard or ChatGPT assistant isn't Siri or Google Assistant - it's so much more, and could lead to serious breaches. When will Google answer these questions?
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Singapore telcos to let subscribers block international calls in new anti-scam measure

β€” January 5th 2024 at 09:58
Scam calls are a big problem. Here's how one country is dealing with this intractable challenge.
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Meta tracks your Facebook link history, but now you can opt out

β€” January 4th 2024 at 17:37
The setting is being turned on by default on all Facebook accounts. Don't want to be tracked? Here's how to turn it off.
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This company says AI can help design sustainable smart home appliances

β€” January 4th 2024 at 09:47
Arçelik Hitachi Home Appliances is applying artificial intelligence to various aspects of its business with the aim of boosting production efficiencies.
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Developers, watch your code: Official Python repository spread malicious projects

β€” January 3rd 2024 at 16:39
These malicious packages - deploying cyberespionage backdoors and targeting Windows and Linux systems - were found circulating via the PyPI repository. Security experts expect the problem to continue.
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Worried about online privacy and security? This browser protects you more than Firefox

β€” January 3rd 2024 at 16:29
Available for Linux, MacOS and Windows, the LibreWolf browser works hard to keep your privacy in check. Here's how to install it.
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I added a hardware security key to my MacBook, and it made my logins faster and safer

β€” January 3rd 2024 at 15:13
With the help of a hardware security key, you can configure your MacBook so that you can sign in with a PIN instead of having to type your password. Here's how I did it.
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I tried two passwordless password managers, and was seriously impressed by one

β€” December 28th 2023 at 21:31
Dashlane and 1Password are now offering options that allow you to set up a new account without a master password. Here's what I found when I tested them both.
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How to report Gmail messages as spam to improve your life and make you a hero

β€” December 28th 2023 at 15:29
The act of marking and reporting an email as spam in Gmail has an important side effect that makes it totally worth a few seconds of your day.
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Cybersecurity teams need new skills even as they struggle to manage legacy systems

β€” December 28th 2023 at 15:06
Already facing a dearth of talent, cybersecurity teams will need new skillsets to deal with the growing adoption of generative AI, while still maintaining legacy systems that their organizations are unwilling to give up.
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Update your Google Chrome browser ASAP to get these important new security features

β€” December 22nd 2023 at 18:10
The latest version includes a Safety Check tool that now runs in the background to warn you of compromised passwords or suspicious extensions - and so much more.
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Zoom says AI features should come at no additional cost. Here's why

β€” December 22nd 2023 at 14:08
The company wants to give its video-conferencing customers more data-led features using a federated approach to AI. Here's what that means.
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What developers trying out Google Gemini should know about their data

β€” December 21st 2023 at 12:01
Google says it may use data flowing through its Gemini API to improve its generative AI models, including those that power Google AI Studio and Gemini Pro.
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Security first in software? AI may help make this an everyday practice

β€” December 19th 2023 at 20:46
AI is poised to add more juice to DevSecOps efforts - but many are still skeptical about its implications.
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This AI can find your location just by looking at a few photos

β€” December 19th 2023 at 17:30
Developed by Stanford graduate students, an AI model can determine -- with impressive accuracy -- a specific location simply by looking at Google Street View.
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New report claims your phone, TV, and smart speaker are spying on you. But is it real?

β€” December 18th 2023 at 17:38
A sensational story ricocheted around the web last week, alleging that online advertisers are capable of listening in on your casual conversations as you talk within earshot of smart devices. Could it possibly be true?
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4 ways to overcome your biggest worries about generative AI

β€” December 15th 2023 at 17:15
Generative AI might seem like magic, but you need to be aware of the pitfalls. Four business leaders explain how you can deal with the risks.
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iOS 17.2 update puts an end to Flipper Zero's iPhone shenanigans

β€” December 15th 2023 at 12:33
ZDNET pitted the latest Xtreme firmware on the Flipper Zero against iPhones running iOS 17.2 and it looks like the popup party is over.
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Google starts to add Tracking Protection to Chrome, turning off third-party cookies

β€” December 15th 2023 at 09:22
The feature will only be available to 1% of users at first, with a full rollout planned for later.
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1Password now lets you ditch the master password in favor of a passkey

β€” December 14th 2023 at 21:07
You no longer have to create or memorize a master password or secret key to access your account.
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How to use Bitwarden Identities to secure your most sensitive data

β€” December 13th 2023 at 18:35
The Bitwarden open-source password manager offers features you might not know you needed, including this handy option for protecting specific information.
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