Following the US government’s imposition of export controls on high-end technology, China’s access to NVIDIA’s GeForce RTX 4090 GPU—a powerhouse for gaming and AI—has been cut off. Despite the restrictions, the demand within the Chinese market has not waned, particularly among AI enthusiasts and professionals. These consumers prefer the 4090 for its robust performance at a lower price point compared
The recent discovery of critical OS command injection vulnerabilities in FortiSIEM has set the cybersecurity world on alert. With CVE identifiers CVE-2024-23108, CVE-2024-23109, and CVE-2023-34992 attached to these flaws, their severity cannot be overstated. Rated at 9.8 or higher on the severity scale, these vulnerabilities expose users to the peril of unauthenticated remote attackers executing commands through API requests, potentially
The escalation of commercial spyware’s presence has triggered a significant international reaction as nations and technology leaders unite to address the threat these cyber surveillance tools pose. The usage of these intrusive software technologies presents severe risks to both cybersecurity and human rights, prompting a global push for tighter regulations. This collective initiative signifies a pivotal moment in the struggle
Recent cyber-attacks have imposed significant financial burdens on Clorox and Johnson Controls, two high-profile corporations. The attacks have resulted in substantial costs, illustrating the harsh economic impact and operational disruptions that businesses face in the digital era. Cybersecurity threats not only lead to immediate monetary losses but also carry the potential for lasting damage to a company’s reputation and its
In the cutthroat world of CPU production, Intel has long held the crown, but there’s a shift in the status quo. AMD is making notable strides, capturing more of the desktop CPU market segment. A recent Mercury Research report highlights that AMD’s market share rose to 19.8% in Q4 of 2023. This growth, though modest, is important—it represents a 0.6%
Mimecast, a top-tier email security provider, has enhanced its defenses against a sophisticated cybersecurity threat known as ‘quishing’, or QR code phishing. Cybercriminals are exploiting the widespread use of QR codes by embedding malicious links within them. Unsuspecting users who scan these codes may be directed to dangerous websites that could compromise their personal data and increase the risk of
The railway industry is rapidly embracing the digital revolution, integrating cutting-edge digital technologies into the very fabric of its operations. From advanced signaling systems to seamless interconnectedness with smart city infrastructures, these advancements promise improved efficiency and enhanced service delivery. However, with such technological integration, cybersecurity risks are significantly heightened. Rail systems, crammed with a plethora of digital endpoints, become
Intel’s strides in virtualization for Linux are evident with the recent optimization of its hybrid CPUs. The Thread Director feature is central to this progress, focusing on marrying the capabilities of the energy-efficient E-cores with the robust P-cores to enhance task scheduling. This development is crucial for virtual machine (VM) operations, enabling them to function more efficiently on Linux platforms,
Adapting to strict U.S. export rules, NVIDIA has launched its 3000 AI GPU series, tailored to meet these trade restrictions. This move reaffirms NVIDIA’s commitment to the Chinese market, which played a significant role in the company’s financial success in FY23. The U.S. ban on high-performance AI GPUs like the H100 and A100 posed a threat to NVIDIA’s influence in
The recent 24.0 update of the Mesa platform represents a significant advancement in Linux graphics, particularly benefiting gamers with AMD and Intel setups. This update enhances the RADV and Intel ANV Vulkan drivers, which are pivotal for gaming and graphics-heavy applications on Linux. These improvements are especially noteworthy as they contribute to closing the performance gap that has traditionally existed
NVIDIA has expanded its GPU lineup with the GeForce RTX 3050 6GB, designed as an affordable option for 1080p gaming enthusiasts. This new addition is set to captivate those using aging cards like the GTX 1650 or GTX 1050 by delivering a significant performance improvement at a competitive price. Targeting budget-conscious gamers, the RTX 3050 6GB aims to make cutting-edge
The banking and financial sector steers the global economy, and in an era of digital transformation, the onus to protect sensitive data is immense. Cyber threats have evolved in complexity and scale, requiring the sector to adopt a more integrated approach toward security. DevSecOps, the fusion of development, security, and operations, emerges as the epitome of this philosophy, embedding security
