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Apple Homekit vulnerability to hackers may result in housebreaks

Apple's home automation platform Homekit is vulnerable to hackers making it an easy app to house breaks.

Dec 23, 2017

By IANS

5 things you can do to avoid online scams

Several people have become victims of phishing websites after they responded to e-mails purportedly sent by DBS Bank or Singapore Airlines.

Dec 21, 2017

By Aastha Agnihotri

Singaporean investors in cryptocurrencies warned of 'losing all their capital'

Read the full media statement of the Monetary Authority of Singapore regarding the dangers of investing in cryptocurrencies.

Dec 20, 2017

By Mario Manlupig, Jr

North Korean hackers behind WannaCry, robbed millions in cryptocurrencies, say analysts

North Korea's state-backed hackers are expected to unleash more global attacks in the future as the country continues to seek new sources of cash amid stricter international sanctions.

Dec 20, 2017

By Mario Manlupig, Jr

South Korea shuts down its Bitcoin exchange after major hacking

South Korea shuts down its Bitcoin exchange Youbit after a major Bitcoin theft by hackers. This decision came as the exchange faced major loss and bankruptcy following the second cybertheft in eight months.

Dec 20, 2017

By IANS

380,000 Uber Singapore users affected by security breach; Are you one of them?

Transportation company Uber has released a statement about 2016's data hack, stating that about 380,000 users from Singapore have been affected.

Dec 16, 2017

By Adrita Biswas

President Trump discusses his call with Russian president Vladimir Putin

President Trump asked for Russias help in fighting North Korea. Chinas helping. Russias not helping. We and amp;#39;d like to have Russias help, Trump told reporters on 15 December, 2017.

Dec 16, 2017

By Staff Reporter

Real-life Star Wars: Were now writing the rules for combat in space

The dog fights of Star Wars may not be that far from reality. So to prepare, academics from universities around the world are drafting a guide for armed conflict in outer space. The authors of the MILAMOS project hope the manual is never actually required but explain why its necessary to be prepared.

Dec 15, 2017

By Staff Reporter

Just a 'Hello' on dating app turns into a nightmare for this London woman

Research revealed that 39 percent of Tinder users and 38 percent of OkCupid users have complained about harassment

Dec 15, 2017

By Bhaswati Guha Majumder

From WannaCry to Uber data hack: Check out these 4 biggest and worst data breaches in 2017

From the Equifax hack that forced three chief executives to step down to Uber's well-kept secret, here are four worst data breaches in 2017:

Dec 10, 2017

By Mario Manlupig, Jr

ios 11.2 update for jailbroken iphone devices

Own jailbroken device? Get iOS 11.2 security fixes before it's late

A new tweak issued to Cydia has been recommended for older jailbroken firmware as they are most likely to get issues brought by the likes of Broadpwn and KRACK.

Dec 10, 2017

By Mario Manlupig, Jr

Cybersecurity

oBike users in Singapore affected by global app security data breach

Bike-sharing oBike is the latest subject of cybercrime activity affecting its users worldwide.

Dec 8, 2017

By Mario Manlupig, Jr

Top 3 data breaches and hacks of 2017

This year saw several data breaches and leaks,here are the top 3.

Dec 8, 2017

By Staff Reporter

Lindsey Vonn to reject President Trump at winter olympics games

Olympic Gold skier, Lindsey Vonn recently told CNN that she does not plan to represent the current President at the 2018 Winter Olympic Games, nor will she visit the White House if invited.

Dec 8, 2017

By Staff Reporter

Facebook Messenger Kids seem very sterile and secure, says Kaspersky Labs

Facebook recently made Messenger Kids app to make it easier for kids to participate in video chat and help them to easily text their family members and friends.

Dec 6, 2017

By Mario Manlupig, Jr

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