In an alarming development that underscores the vulnerabilities inherent to the digital financial landscape, North Korean hackers have successfully orchestrated a significant heist that resulted in the theft of $1.5 billion from the cryptocurrency exchange Bybit. This incident entails the use of advanced techniques involving the exploitation of a developer’s macOS laptop and the hijacking of AWS session tokens, ultimately
The sharp increase in cyber attacks targeting healthcare providers in Australia and New Zealand (A/NZ) has highlighted significant vulnerabilities within the sector. Non-hospital, non-acute healthcare organizations, health insurers, and research institutes are experiencing increasingly frequent and severe cyber threats. As a result, the need for robust cybersecurity measures has never been more critical. Rising Threats to Non-Hospital Healthcare Providers Surge
In the ever-evolving world of graphics cards, Nvidia continues to lead the charge with their latest offerings, the GeForce RTX 5070 and RTX 4080 Super. Both have their unique strengths and weaknesses, and understanding these can help make an informed decision. With technological advancements continually pushing boundaries, enthusiasts and professionals alike face a challenging decision: which of these two GPUs
In a significant move that underscores the rapid evolution of the semiconductor industry, AheadComputing, a nascent startup established by ex-Intel engineers and backed by renowned chip architect Jim Keller, has successfully secured $21.5 million in seed funding. Based in Portland, Oregon, the company is fixated on crafting a 64-bit RISC-V microprocessor, setting its sights on becoming a key player in
Concerns over cybersecurity vulnerabilities have become a critical issue in today’s technology-driven world, especially as devices and software play an integral role in our daily lives. Recently, Qualcomm and MediaTek, two major semiconductor companies, have addressed several significant security vulnerabilities in their respective platforms. Qualcomm’s security bulletin for March revealed 14 vulnerabilities, most of which were severe and linked to
On March 5, in a landmark action, U.S. authorities charged 12 Chinese nationals for their alleged roles in state-backed hacking operations. This decisive move underscores the escalating cyber conflict between the U.S. and China, highlighting the intricate web of state-sponsored cyber espionage and private sector collaboration. Investigating the Accused Detailed Charges and Allegations The indictment reveals that the 12 Chinese
In a market where high-performance graphics cards often experience scarcity and inflated prices, Overclockers UK has made waves by stocking over 1,000 units of various Radeon RX 9070 XT models, all available at the manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP). This news is significant given the consistent shortages of equivalent Nvidia GPUs and the competitive features of AMD’s latest offering, positioning
The U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) has unveiled charges against 12 Chinese nationals allegedly involved in a massive hacking operation. This effort appears to be state-sponsored with affiliations to China’s Ministry of Public Security (MPS) and Ministry of State Security (MSS). The cyber espionage targets ranged from government agencies to dissidents and critical organizations globally. U.S. DoJ’s Announcement Targeted Cyber
The highly anticipated release of AMD’s Radeon RX 9070 XT and RX 9070 GPUs, built on the advanced RDNA 4 architecture, has stirred significant interest in the gaming community. These GPUs are being positioned against NVIDIA’s RTX 4070 series, raising questions about whether AMD can deliver superior performance and value. As the battle for dominance in the GPU market continues,
As the tech world eagerly anticipates the next wave of innovation, AMD’s upcoming release of the Ryzen 9 9950X3D and Ryzen 9 9900X3D processors is generating significant buzz. Initially showcased at CES this January, these advanced processors promise to revolutionize both gaming and productivity landscapes, thanks largely to the utilization of AMD’s 3D V-Cache technology. The announcement has sparked discussions
In an unexpected move that has left tech enthusiasts scratching their heads, a Taiwanese retailer named Momoshop is offering a unique and rather baffling retail bundle: customers must purchase 40 Gigabyte H610M-K DDR4 motherboards to obtain a single NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 GPU. This deal, priced at approximately $5,833, includes one highly sought-after RTX 5090 Gaming OC card and forty
In recent years, the cyber-espionage group known as Silk Typhoon, formerly known as Hafnium, has significantly evolved its tactics. This China-backed group now focuses on IT supply chain attacks, making it more challenging for victims to detect and mitigate the attacks. This article examines the shift in Silk Typhoon’s strategy and the implications for cybersecurity. Silk Typhoon’s New Tactics Exploiting
