{$inline_image}A Trojan-style malware that did the rounds a couple of years ago has risen from the ashes, and is reportedly going after Israeli fintech and cryptocurrency trading software companies. The Cardinal RAT malware was first spotted back in 2017 and went largely undetected for two years. It used a novel technique to infect computers, using
Read MoreHonda’s first sport side-by-side is an off-road terror. 2019 Honda Talon first drive review: A hard-core adventure buggy – Roadshow Source: CNet
Read MoreSpencer Soper / Bloomberg: Marketplace Pulse study that examined sales rankings and reviews of 23,000 products on Amazon claims most Amazon-branded goods are flops — – Review of 23,000 products says fear of Amazon goods overblown — Study contracdicts concerns raised by Sen. Warren and others Marketplace Pulse study that examined sales rankings and reviews
Read MoreRisk Level: Very Low. Type: Trojan. ISB.Downloader!gen237 Source: Symantec lastest threats
Read MoreAustralia’s biggest carriers have taken decisive action (including the apparent blocking of 8chan) to help stop the spread of the graphic video. Sites hosting mosque shooting video blocked in Australia – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreABC: Sources: Uber used a spyware program code-named Surfcam to steal drivers from an Australian rival by tracking their cars online and scraping driver details — Four Corners By Sean Nicholls, Peter Cronau and Mary Fallon — International rideshare giant Uber used a secret spyware program … Sources: Uber used a spyware program code-named Surfcam
Read MoreThe director of HBO’s The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley, plus the whistleblower who brought the wrongdoings to light, talk about the woman at the center of it all. HBO Theranos doc's director: Elizabeth Holmes is like Steve Jobs, Scientology – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreSamsung could have a serious foldable competitor that packs innovation into a tiny nostalgic package. Galaxy Fold vs. Motorola Razr: Foldable phone specs comparison – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreIsn’t it annoying when you land up on a site just to read something, and suddenly a video starts playing automatically? Well, Firefox‘s latest release – version 66 – aims to solve this problem by blocking autoplaying videos and audio clips by default. Firefox says that a video will only start playing once you interact
Read MoreThe Fallout series of video games provide a wonderful alternative history that answers the question of what might have happened had the microchip never been invented. Yes, most things run on tubes, and apparently you can implement an AI that passes a Turing test in tubes (does the Turing test apply if you’re comparing it
Read MoreChance Miller / 9to5Mac: Kaspersky Lab says it has filed an antitrust complaint against Apple in Russia, alleging monopolistic App Store policies regarding parental control apps — Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky Lab today announced in a blog post that it has filed an antitrust complaint against Apple with the Russian Federal Antimonopoly Service. Kaspersky Lab says
Read MoreThe biggest traditional media company in the world will swell bigger still, as it girds itself to battle streaming giants like Netflix, Amazon and — soon — Apple. Disney closes Fox takeover, forging a Hollywood monster to take on Netflix – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe $71.3 billion acquisition of most of Rupert Murdoch’s entertainment empire is officially done. The ripple effects may not become clear for years. Disney Moves From Behemoth to Colossus With Closing of Fox Deal Source: NY Times Tech
Read MoreTechCrunch: A roundup of the 88 companies that launched at YC’s Winter 2019 Demo Day 2, including ride-sharing, insurance, developer tool, and crypto trading startups — Today was the second half of Y Combinator’s two-day Demo Day for its Winter 2019 class. Over 85 startups pitched on stage yesterday, and another huge batch launched today.
Read MoreSome users are pining after the Samsung Galaxy S10 just because of its new wallpaper possibilities. Here’s how to jump on board. Best Galaxy S10 wallpapers for the hole-punch camera: Star Wars, Big Hero 6 and more – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreDell Cameron / Gizmodo: In response to a FOIA lawsuit, FCC admits in court that its Electronic Comment Filing System isn’t designed to track the sources of comments — The FCC’s public comment system is a bloody mess. Over the past two years, it’s become apparent that political lobbyists, usually acting on behalf … In
Read MoreAAP: Some Australian telcos have blocked access to 4chan, 8chan, Voat, Zerohedge, and video hosting platform Liveleak for continuing to host Christchurch footage — Several websites including 4chan have been blocked by major Australian telcos for continuing to host footage of the Christchurch terrorist attack. Some Australian telcos have blocked access to 4chan, 8chan, Voat,
Read MoreKent Walker / The Keyword: Google says it will start asking Android users in Europe to choose their preferred web browser and search apps in response to EU Commission antitrust concerns — For nearly a decade, we’ve been in discussions with the European Commission about the way some of our products work. Google says it
Read MoreIf you’re like us, the expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam inserts that protect many packages these days are a source of mixed feeling. On the one hand, we’re glad that stuff arrives intact thanks to the molded foam inserts. But it seems so wasteful, especially when chucking it in the garbage can. If only it could
Read MoreNew York Times: Facebook announces that it would stop allowing ad targeting to race, gender, and age groups in the housing, jobs, or credit categories by the end of the year — After years of criticism, Facebook announced on Tuesday that it would stop allowing advertisers in key categories to show … Facebook announces that
Read MoreGoogle’s Pixel 3 phones are great, but they’re also pricey. New midrange phones from the tech giant could be on the way. Pixel 3a and 3a XL to be new Google midrange phones, says leak – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe mass shooting was inextricably tied to Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. How the New Zealand mosque shooting was designed to go viral – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreA House committee is urging tech execs to prioritize the removal of violent terrorist content after the mosque shootings. Facebook, YouTube called to meet lawmakers about New Zealand shooting video – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreUsers will be prompted to make a choice, as Google tries to avoid more EU sanctions. Google to ask Android users to choose preferred browser – CNET Source: CNet
Read MoreThe tech giant displayed its folding phone in February, but this is the first time we’re seeing someone use it hands on. Samsung Galaxy Fold has a conspicuous crease, new video shows – CNET Source: CNet
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