What Google’s quantum computing breakthrough Willow means for the future of bitcoin and other cryptos
Google's recent announcement of the arrival of Willow, a quantum chip that has reduced the error tendencies of some of ...
Tag: Computer crime
The government is getting fed up with ransomware payments fueling endless cycle of cyberattacks
Anne Neuberger, deputy national security advisor for cyber and emerging technologies, speaks during a news conference in the James S. ...
Why it’s time to take warnings about using public Wi-Fi, in places like airports, seriously
Over the years, travelers have repeatedly been warned to avoid public Wi-Fi in places like airports and coffee shops. Airport Wi-Fi, ...
How Apple and Microsoft’s trusted brands are being used to scam you online
No, it's not really Apple or Microsoft popping up on your screen to tell you your computer has been infected.It's ...
Dark web researcher warned Columbus, Ohio, residents ransomware attack was bigger than mayor said. The city is suing him
Ransomware has long been plaguing American municipalities. It appeared to be another typical ransomware attack that impacted the city of Columbus, ...
The bitcoin ATM has emerged as one of cryptocurrency’s biggest threats
Bitcoin ATMs are a rapidly growing presence in the United States and, some experts say, a rapidly growing cybercrime menace. ATMs ...
The personal cybersecurity concierge is a new perk, and need, among the wealthy
Matthias Kulka | The Image Bank | Getty ImagesCybercriminals are increasingly targeting wealthy individuals, making cybersecurity concierges a new must-have ...
America’s drinking water is facing attack, with links back to China, Russia and Iran
Houston Chronicle/hearst Newspapers Via Getty Images | Hearst Newspapers | Getty ImagesThe city of Wichita, Kansas, recently had an experience ...
Amazon, Best Buy, Google may soon sell home smart devices with ‘hacker-safe’ label
Consumers have become accustomed to all sorts of labels and seals of approval on products in the shopping process, from ...
Warren Buffett is worried about potential for ‘huge losses’ in booming, but still tiny insurance market
One of the messages that Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway's top insurance executive, Ajit Jain, sent to investors during the ...
