Articles by John Lopez
New BlackCat Ransomware Variant 'Sphynx' Exploits Impacket, Remcom for Network Breaches, Microsoft Reports
Microsoft uncovers 'Sphynx,' a BlackCat ransomware variant wielding Impacket and Remcom tools, amplifying network infiltration capabilities, posing complex challenges for cybersecurity defenders.
Apple's iPhone 15 Series Poised to Dethrone Long-Time Smartphone Shipments Leader Samsung
Apple's rise to smartphone supremacy nears as iPhone 15 challenges Samsung's reign, despite industry decline.
Rare Flesh-Eating Bacterial Infection Strikes New York and Connecticut, 3 Dead
Rare flesh-eating bacterial infection hits NY and CT, 3 dead; raw oysters, warm seawater sources. Vigilance and treatment are crucial. Rising ocean temps and climate change link explored.
Cybersecurity Firm Warns of Rising AI-Powered Manipulative Online Campaigns
Mandiant warns of rising AI-driven manipulation campaigns globally by governments like Russia and China. AI-generated content, including images and videos, amplifies threat actors' impact.
Twitch Unveils New Streamer Protection Feature to Block Banned Users from Viewing Streams
Twitch introduces feature to block banned users from live streams, combating harassment and enhancing user safety. Launching in September, it empowers creators to protect their streams from banned viewers.
Honeybee Stinger Inspires Blueprint for Drug Delivery Medical Devices: Study
Unlocking bee stinger's intricate design reveals potential for advanced medical devices, targeted drug delivery, and bio-inspired innovations. Nature's marvels pave the way for medical breakthroughs.
Samsung Foldable Tablets, Laptops Now in the Works, Confirms Mobile Chief
Samsung's mobile chief confirms entry into foldable tablets and laptops after unveiling seven new products, aiming to sell 1.8 million foldable in Europe and potentially 30 million globally.
Amazon Music Unlimited Posts Sudden Subscription Price Increase for Prime Members
Amazon Music Unlimited joins industry trends with abrupt price increases, impacting Prime members and echoing Spotify and YouTube Premium hikes, raising concerns about music streaming affordability.
Linus Tech Tips Controversy: Inaccurate Reviews, Allegations, Apology Video Spark Tech Community Uproar
Controversy engulfs Linus Tech Tips as Monoblock review inaccuracies lead to an apology, sparking debates about content ethics, workplace culture, and subscriber impact. Allegations of toxicity also arise.
Elon Musk, Father of 10, Pledges $10 Million to Population Research Project
Elon Musk donates $10 million to UT Austin's Population Wellbeing Initiative, addressing declining fertility rates, aligning with his pro-natalist stance and aiming to impact beyond academia.
iOS 17 Adds Offline GPS for Apple Maps, Finally Catching Up to Android
Apple's iOS 17 update brings offline GPS for Apple Maps, closing the gap with Android. Enhanced navigation empowers users in signal-lacking areas.
Moment's New T-Series Lense Transforms Android Photography With Larger Mounting, Enhanced Light Capture
Moment's T-Series lenses redefine mobile photography with larger mounts and enhanced light capture. Android compatibility and diverse lens options promise exceptional creativity.
New Method Developed by Researchers Transforms Fog Into Clean, Drinkable Water
Revolutionary fog-based system purifies water, combating scarcity and pollution. ETH Zurich's innovation harnesses fog, offering hope to water-deprived regions.
Scientist Utilizes Google's Cloud Platform to Clone Supercomputer for Breakthrough Heart Disease Study
Harvard scientists leverage Google's cloud platform to replicate a supercomputer, aiding heart disease research. Cloud-based approach boosts computational power, accelerating medical breakthroughs.
LG's StandbyMe Go Portable TV Fits in Your Briefcase, Offers 3 Hours of Playtime!
Designed to fit snugly within a stylish briefcase, this compact device ensures you're always ready for on-the-go entertainment.
Update: Gamers Nexus Slam Linus Tech Tips Over Content Accuracy, Ethics
Tech feud unfolds as Linus Tech Tips faces critique from Gamers Nexus and Hardware Unboxed, igniting discussions on content accuracy and influencer ethics in the tech community.
DC Universe Online Hints at Massive 2023 Update: New Story, Next-Gen Consoles, Dynamic Gameplay
DC Universe Online prepares for a game-changing 2023 update with fresh story content, next-gen console releases, and enhanced gameplay features, promising an exciting experience for players.
Can AI Outperform Humans as Content Moderators? OpenAI's GPT-4 Claims It Can
OpenAI introduces GPT-4 for content moderation, aiming to replace and aid human moderators with AI efficiency, quick rule adaptation, and emotional relief from disturbing content.
WhatsApp Will Soon Let You Craft AI-Generated Stickers with Few Prompts
WhatsApp introduces AI-generated stickers, enabling users to create personalized stickers through text prompts, revolutionizing expression in chats, without design skills. Meta-supplied security ensures privacy and authenticity.
Google Photos Unveils New 'Memories View' Scrapbook Feature for US Users
Google Photos introduces 'Memories View,' enhancing memory exploration, personalization, collaboration, and user control, shaping a dynamic narrative for cherished moments.
NASA's Martian Rockets Pass Crucial Tests, Paving Way for First Mars Sample Return Mission
NASA achieves milestone, testing rockets for historic launch from Mars surface as part of Mars Sample Return mission, aiming to uncover Martian history and potential signs of past life.
Discord.io Hacked, 760,000 Members' Data Stolen in Massive Ransom Attack
Popular third-party service Discord.io suffers a major data breach compromising 760,000 members' data, reveals vulnerabilities in digital ecosystems, prompts content moderation debate, and raises data security concerns.
Doesn't Ad Up: No More Timeline Ads for X Advertisers
X, formerly known as Twitter, discontinues Timeline Ads, impacting revenue. Promoted accounts, contributing $100 million annually, face discontinuation for content-focused strategy shift.
Glowing Question Mark Photobombs NASA's Latest James Webb Space Telescope Image
A peculiar glowing question mark shape has taken center stage in one of NASA's latest images captured by the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST).
Vision Worsening As You Age? Here's Eye Conditions Linked With Aging
Explore common age-related eye conditions like presbyopia, AMD, dry eyes, glaucoma, and cataracts. Learn about treatments and proactive strategies to maintain a clear vision as you age.
Back When Defcon's 'Race-to-Zero' Contest Worried Antivirus Software Vendors
Defcon 2008's "Race-to-Zero" contest altered virus code to expose antivirus limits; criticized for aiding hackers. Defcon 2023 introduces AI security challenges.
Apple Watch X Redesign Unveiled by Mark Gurman; Now Thinner, Sleeker for 10th Anniversary Launch in 2024
Tech insider Mark Gurman hints at a groundbreaking redesign for Apple Watch X, set for its 10th-anniversary launch, revealing thinness, magnetic band attachment, and transformative tech advancements.
OpenAI's ChatGPT Fools a Third of Users Despite 52% Wrong Answers, Purdue Study Finds
Purdue University's study exposes ChatGPT's inaccuracies in answering software engineering questions, highlighting verbosity and conceptual errors despite user preference for its language style.
UK TikTok Users Face Exclusion from Enhanced Safety Measures Following New EU 'For You Page' Rules
TikTok faces EU regulations, granting users in 30 EEA countries control over personalized content; UK excluded, sparking concerns.
Curiosity Rover Discovers Mud Cracks on Mars, Hints Ancient Wet-Dry Cycles
NASA's Curiosity rover unveils hexagonal crack patterns on Mars, revealing cyclic wet-dry history with potential for ancient life emergence.
