That point is underlined in an ambitious new agreement between Archer, a leading urban air mobility company based in California, and the operator of thousands of parking garages in an expansive network that covers more than 70% of the U.S. Archer and REEF will work together to retrofit the top floor of parking garages in dense urban areas in order to accommodate Archer’s all-electric vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) vehicle....

Yes, Linux, not Android. Android is based on a modified version of the Linux kernel, and been modified and optimized for use on smartphones and tablets. Also: Flipper Zero: How to install third-party firmware (and why you should) Heavily modified and optimized. But what’s a pure Linux experience on a smartphone going to be like? I’m about to find out. Well, after obstacle after obstacle (Covid-19, supply chain issues, “unprecedented times,” postal strikes, the holidays…), I finally got my hands on one....

The new Polar Pacer Pro brings much of what the Grit X Pro and Vantage V2 offer in a less premium package with a non-touchscreen display. However, at just $299.95, the Polar Pacer Pro actually does everything I need in a GPS sports watch for half the price of the Grit X Pro. Polar’s excellent Precision Prime heart rate monitor, its accurate GPS receiver, wrist-based running power, sleep stages, and recovery data is all there in an affordable watch....

Engineers value its “memory safety guarantees,” which reduce the need to manually manage a program’s memory and, in turn, cut the risk of memory-related security flaws burdening big projects written in “memory unsafe” C or C++, which includes Chrome, Android, the Linux kernel, and Windows. Also: Understanding Microsoft’s grand vision for building the next generation of apps Microsoft drove home this point in 2019 after revealing 70% of its patches in the past 12 years were fixes for memory safety bugs due largely to Windows being written mostly in C and C++....

Key to the project is Spain-based developer Miguel Ojeda, who’s been leading the charge to bring Mozilla-hatched systems programming language Rust to the Linux kernel. He penned an initial request for comment (RFC) about the Rust proposal for the Linux kernel last month, and on Sunday shared his latest RFC on the project. SEE: Hiring Kit: Python developer (TechRepublic Premium) Rust and the Rust compiler are two key elements that developers have taken a liking to, despite a relatively steep learning curve for those who know how to write in C and C++....

These protesters all used the same website for coordinating their protests, so they were an easy target. However, the police could also track you using face recognition software. In places that have a more dictatorial regime, tactics might be even less subtle, such as confiscating phones and other possessions of protesters. In this article, we will give pointers on the most important privacy measures you can take, while still exercising your right to protest....

This peaked with a record number of hacks in 2018. Fortune 500 companies experienced 41 hacks in 2018 alone, more than double 2017’s record of 20. Fortune 500 is Fortune magazine’s annual list of the 500 most profitable US corporations. As America’s largest and richest companies, they represent the crème de la crème of the business world, ranging from manufacturing companies to hotels and banks. But do these companies put their profits to good use by investing in resilient cybersecurity measures?...

The exposed data related to conversations between Pfizer’s automated customer support software and people using its prescription pharmaceutical drugs, including Lyrica, Chantix, Viagra, and cancer treatments Ibrance and Aromasin. By not protecting this data, Pfizer compromised the privacy and security of people using its medications, many of them already vulnerable due to poor health. Data Breach Summary Company Profile Founded in 1849, Pfizer is one of the biggest pharmaceutical companies in the world....

A few weeks prior to our team discovering the leak, Autoclerk was bought by Best Western Hotel & Resorts Group, potentially exposing one of the biggest hotel chains in the world. The leak exposed sensitive personal data of users and hotel guests, along with a complete overview of their hotel and travel reservations. In some cases, this included their check-in time and room number. It affected 1,000s of people across the globe, with millions of new records being added daily....

Here are some other security measures Signal takes to maintain user privacy and security: Safety numbers – confirm the authenticity of your chat contact Screen locking at the app level – use a passcode, pin, or biometric data to open the app Message notification shielding – keep the name and message information from displaying on your phone’s locked screen Call relay option – hide your IP address during calls made within the app Disappearing messages – choose how long a message you send is visible to the recipient...

The news outlet’s parent company, Guardian Media Group, has instructed staff to work from home this week and to avoid using shared networks until computer systems have been cleared. Although parts of its IT infrastructure were seriously compromised in the cyberattack late Tuesday night, Guardian Media Group said the paper’s print version is still expected to make newspaper stands and shops on Thursday. The Guardian said that the publication’s online apps and global websites continue to run largely unaffected....

Uber said it is likely that the hacker(s) is affiliated with the Lapsus$ hacking group. The company said there’s no indication that the breach exposed any sensitive user data. “First and foremost, we’ve not seen that the attacker accessed the production (i.e. public-facing) systems that power our apps; any user accounts; or the databases we use to store sensitive user information, like credit card numbers, user bank account info, or trip history....

The following security agencies issued the join advisory: Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) U.K.’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) The advisory also includes a list of recommendations for organizations to protect themselves from the mentioned cyber actors. What Does the Advisory Say? The Iran-based hackers have actively exploited Fortinet vulnerabilities since March, as well as a Microsoft Exchange ProxyShell vulnerability since October this year in order to access American critical infrastructure organizations....

The winners will face off in the 2022 National Championship game on Monday, April 4, at 9:20 p.m. (ET). Fans can catch all the action on any streamer that carries TBS — such as SlingTV. Even if you’re traveling outside of the U.S., you can catch all the NCAA Final Four action with the help of a VPN. Simply follow this guide: At 6:09 PM (EST), the top-seeded Kansas Jayhawks take on the Villanova Wildcats....

Devices become part of a botnet when they are infected with a particular malware. Such malware infections are usually spread through phishing links, spam mails, and unofficial software downloads from the internet. It’s hard to tell if your device is part of a botnet. But unexplainable reduction in processing power, slower internet connection speeds, and unfamiliar programs and files usually indicate the presence of botnet malware. Detecting and removing botnet malware can be challenging even for cybersecurity experts....

While these lesser-skilled affiliates may not have the ability to develop their own code, they can still carry out a full-blown ransomware attack on an organization’s network with the most effective criminal tech available. As affiliates bag hefty ransom payouts, they kick a percentage back to the RaaS operators, thus increasing profits. There have been some prominent RaaS groups in the headlines for massive cyberattacks in recent years: REvil Ryuk Darkside Netwalker CL0P...

Wi-Fi location tracking is generally used for: Analytics in physical stores Inventory management in warehouses or on construction sites Gathering personal information from users That last one can be worrying for some people. If you haven’t modified your Google or Apple device settings, your device’s location history may actually be stored by Silicon Valley giants. If you want to avoid this, either turn off your Wi-Fi whenever you can or modify the default geolocation settings on your device....

Although there are many broadcasters that require a subscription to watch Wimbledon live, there are ways to watch Wimbledon live streams for free. For instance, in the UK, the BBC iPlayer streams Wimbledon events live at no cost. If you’re not in the UK, we’ll show you how to set up a VPN to stream the broadcast on the BBC iPlayer. Just follow the steps below: Millions of spectators show up, tune in, and log on to catch one of the most legendary and long-running tournaments in the sport....

The partnership includes HTC VIVE, T-Mobile, and VictoryXR. A big part of this story concerns access. Tuition at in-person colleges and universities is rising – the University of California system, where I attended school, just voted to raise tuition yet again. At the same time, competition for seats is rampant. Virtual campuses may be an answer to both problems – but only if the scheme proves capable of offering a valuable education....

Here, we explore these degree options and the careers to which they lead. We highlight what the training entails and the requirements for each field. 10 associate degrees that lead to high-paying jobs The highest-paying associate degree may vary depending on employer, industry, and location. For example, an associate degree in business administrationmay lead to management positions and an associate degree in computer sciencecan lead to a rewarding cybersecurity salary....