Cyberattacks used security software to cover their trail
State-sponsored
hacking attempts frequently rely on specially written software, but
that's a risky move. Unless it's well-made, custom code can be a
giveaway as to who's responsible. Attackers are switching things up,
however. Security researchers at... Read More ...
Uber tries to win back India with improved passenger safety
It's
no secret that Uber wants to improve its passenger safeguards and
rescue its reputation, especially in India -- sexual assault claims led
to a Delhi ban amid worries that the ridesharing company wasn't doing
enough to screen drivers and protect ... Read More ...
After the hype: here's what the internet thinks of 'The Interview'
So
you resisted the pressure to watch The Interview the second it became
available, and you're not willing to rely on one review to decide
whether it's really worth a download or theater trip just to stick it to
hackers. No worries -- we've rounded u... Read More ...
Russia wants to collect the DNA of every creature
Institutions
have already been amassing huge DNA collections to catalog the world's
creatures, but Moscow State University might just top them all. It's
planning to build "Noah's Ark," a repository for the genes of every
creature, living or extinct -... Read More ...
Aereo auctioning its web TV tech under broadcasters' watchful eyes
A
US bankruptcy judge has declared that Aereo can sell off its technology
to the highest bidder, but with a few large exceptions, according to
Reuters. First off, the broadcasters who forced the streaming service
off the air and into Chapter 11 can o... Read More ...
So, what did you get?
The
Christmas tree is kindling, the HoneyBaked ham is destined for two
slices of white bread and, with any luck, you've already wiped your old
devices to make way for new ones. For most of us, the annual gift giving
spree is over and while we can thi... Read More ...
Facebook's 'Year In Review' shows tragic side of software's shortcomings
Facebook's
automated 'year in review' slideshows are meant to surface highlights
from the year that was, but for some the virtual scrapbook simply brings
back bad memories. In the case of web designer Eric Meyer, a photo of
his recently deceased daug... Read More ...
North Korea blames the US for internet outages following Sony hacks
It
may appear we've reached a climax in the Sony Pictures hack saga - what
with The Interview finally seeing a theatrical release - but the
international finger pointing is alive and well. Today, North Korea's
National Defense Commission is accusing ... Read More ...
Hackers behind PlayStation Network, Xbox Live disruption reportedly targeting Tor
Lizard
Squad, the merry band of hackers that claimed responsibility for taking
Xbox Live and the PlayStation Network offline for Christmas, appears to
have a new target: Tor. Reports of an attack on the network, which
offers online anonymity, appeare... Read More ...
Tech giants do battle with Russia over censorship
Next
week supporters of Alexei Navalny, a lawyer and anti-corruption
crusader currently under house arrest in Russia, are planning a rally
that the Kremlin would really rather not happen. So, to that end, the
government has begun issuing block orders... Read More ...
Mathematicians find a cheaper, slower way to get to Mars
Getting
to Mars is never going to be cheap. But a couple of mathematicians have
figured out how to shave some significant bucks off the price tag.
Rather than fly to the red planet when its orbit brings it closest, the
craft will "meet" it on the way... Read More ...
The NSA chose Christmas to detail 12 years of accidental spying
The
NSA's idea of a Christmas present, it seems, is to release multiple
reports detailing 12 years of improper conduct. The heavily redacted
accounts reveal many incidents of misuse (both accidental and
intentional) of the NSA's Signal Intelligence (... Read More ...
Mercedes and LG keep drivers awake, brake cars automatically
CES
2015 is shaping up to be a big event for Mercedes-Benz, which will
discuss its plans for self-driving cars in a keynote speech and show off
a crazy prototype. LG has now revealed that it will supply the mono and
stereo camera systems that will ke... Read More ...
Toyota reportedly working on a hydrogen-fueled Lexus limo
Toyota's
first hydrogen car hasn't even gone on sale yet here in the US, and
already we're hearing rumors about a follow-up vehicle. According to the
Australian website Motoring, the Japanese auto giant is planning on
taking the same fuel cell system... Read More ...
Tesla's Roadster update will allow it to travel 400 miles on a charge (updated)
And
here you thought only bad things happen on Christmas. Whereas most
companies would avoid announcing good news on a day when no one is
paying attention, Tesla CEO Elon Musk does things a bit differently.
Musk just teased some news on Twitter about... Read More ...
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